Do you want to gain deeper knowledge about the world and its interconnections? Our BA Liberal Arts is a flexible and innovative degree that enables you to pursue your own interests and strengths across different subject areas. From a solid spine of liberal arts core modules that introduce diverse cultural perspectives on what it means to be human in different times and contexts, you will be able to branch out into a breadth of subjects in the Schools of Arts, Social Sciences, History and Philosophy, and Law. Select modules from literature, theatre studies, creative writing, film and media, modern languages (including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese), art history, geography, law and criminology, management, philosophy, politics, psychology of education and psychosocial studies. You can build a degree that suits you and that will fulfil your intellectual potential. Employers highly value the analytical, critical and communication skills a liberal arts degree will give you. During your studies you can apply to take part in a competitive Industry Placement module, which will allow you to spend a term working in an arts-related organisation or arts-related role. The degree also provides ideal preparation for postgraduate study. **Highlights**- Our School of Arts is ranked in the top five in the UK and we offer high-quality teaching and a world-class research environment.- Birkbeck’s research excellence was confirmed in the most recent Research Excellence Framework, which placed Birkbeck 30th in the UK for research, with 73% of our research rated world-leading or internationally excellent.- You could be studying in a building that was once home to Virginia Woolf and frequented by members of the Bloomsbury Group - now home to our School of Arts and be taught by leading novelists, dramatists and artists. The building houses our own creative hub which includes the Peltz Gallery, the Gordon Square Cinema and a theatre and performance space.**Careers and employability**Graduates can pursue career paths in education, public administration, legal work, business and management, the arts and creative industries, journalism and publishing, the third sector and campaigning. Possible professions include:- arts administrator- journal/newspaper editor- museum/gallery curator- higher education lecturer- community arts worker.We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond.  At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.

English, Theatre and Creative Writing